Lara Boucher

As a Professional Consultancy, we combines creativity and analysis to enhance design, staging, and communication across various projects. Specializing in residential and commercial interior design, landscape and garden design, and commercial real estate and facilities, we manage both simple and complex ventures. Our dedication covers the project life-cycle, guaranteeing success from Conceptualization to Closure. On-site projects include clients such as Apple Inc. & Juniper Networks Inc. assisting Real Estate & Workspace Services teams with major adds/moves/changes. Within landscape design, we possess expertise that encompasses the diverse regions of California, South Carolina Midlands (CSRA), and Alaska.

ROLE HIGHLIGHTS:

INTERIOR DESIGN • Providing creative solutions for residential and commercial interior spaces.

LANDSCAPE DESIGN • Crafting captivating outdoor environments with expertise in California, South Carolina Midlands, and Alaska.

DESIGN DIRECTION • Leading and guiding design initiatives, ensuring cohesive and impactful outcomes.

FULL-PROJECT LIFE-CYCLE MANAGEMENT • Expertly guiding projects through the full life-cycle of "Conceptualize, Plan, Organize, Implement, Control, Integrate, Deliver, Close Out & Refine", ensuring seamless execution and exceptional outcomes.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT • Overseeing projects from conceptualization to delivery, optimizing every stage.

STRATEGY CONSULTING • Offering analytic insights to enhance project development and execution.

I was deeply involved in the K-12 education scene, concentrating on crafting and selling creative and beautiful, student-centered learning environments and ergonomic workspaces for educators and administrators.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS:
STRATEGIC SALES SOLUTIONS • Collaborated closely with school leaders and educators to swiftly integrate innovative furniture solutions, drive sales, and adapt to the dynamic nature of the education market.
STUDENT-CENTERED LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS • Crafted engaging and aesthetically pleasing spaces that prioritized student needs.
ERGONOMIC WORKSPACES • Designed comfortable and efficient work areas for educators and administrators.
COLLABORATIVE INTEGRATION • Partnered closely with school leaders and educators to seamlessly integrate innovative furniture solutions.
INTERACTIVE & ADAPTIVE SPACES • Meticulously planned and executed projects to create dynamic environments fostering engagement and flexibility.
EMPOWERING EDUCATION THROUGH THOUGHTFUL DESIGN • Synergized passion for educational advancement with furniture design prowess to create impactful, vibrant classrooms that stimulated active and engaged learning.

Thriving as a versatile front-end/technical sales professional, I demonstrated strong performance in Business Development, Lead Generation, Design Development, Consultative Sales, Product Evangelism, and Promotion. My primary focus was on cultivating robust relationships, positioning myself as a trusted advisor for interior architectural specialty product specifiers and users.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS:
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP • Forged impactful relationships, strategically guiding key stakeholders through the sales process.
ARCHITECT & DESIGNER ENGAGEMENT • Engaged architects & designers (A&D) firsthand, effectively advocating PSI's products, and delivering comprehensive education on applications, attributes, and advantages.
FRONT-END EFFICIENCY • Streamlined design and specification processes on the project's front-end, enhancing overall sales efficiency.
EDUCATIONAL EMPOWERMENT • Orchestrated specialized CEU training, centered on operable walls and project-based collaboration.
PROJECT COLLABORATION • Actively participated in project-based collaboration to ensure seamless implementation and client satisfaction.

NOTEWORTHY AFFILIATIONS:
Exclusively represented Skyfold, Modernfold, and Line Systems operable walls in California in addition to other esteemed open-line brands like Tudelu, Klein-USA, Crown Doors, and Clark Door.

Within the realm of a Commercial Furniture Dealership employee, I concentrated on Design Programming, Specification Verification and Research. I branched out to a consulting role and skillfully bridged the gap as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) between internal and external stakeholders, working at the client's site to impart strategic, creative, and technical expertise through direct communication, group meetings, or interactive presentations. My multifaceted role encompassed:

CAD MASTERY • Developed detailed CAD furniture plans, space layouts, fabric/finish palettes, final specs, and installation drawings.
PRECISION & MEASUREMENT • Conducted field measurements, managed product inventory, and ensured accurate programming and specification verification.
END-TO-END PROJECT LEADERSHIP • Oversaw both front-end (business/user) and back-end (technical/engineering) phases, guiding projects through concept, benchmarking, prototyping, design, engineering specifications, approvals, and final production.
VISUAL CONCEPTUALIZATION • Utilized a diverse range of tools including 2D & 3D drawings, renderings, virtual walk-thrus, and interactive/print media to effectively communicate and gain approval for concepts.
COLLABORATIVE EXPERTISE • Worked closely with vendors' designers and engineers, fostering seamless development and implementation throughout the project lifecycle.
QUALITY ASSURANCE • Ensured final design details and pre-production sample validation & approval for seamless implementation, aligning with SOWs, business requirements, codes, and design specifications and installation plans.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Secured an additional $50,000 order beyond bid scope (NASA).
• Increased awarded bid value by 20% by highlighting user advantages (VCS).
• Took the lead on a client-requested high-profile federal project, resulting in innovation, customer loyalty, and cost-effectiveness (GSA-EMT).